AI technology provided for free to US sports venues
SportsEngine and Pixellot are teaming up to offer improved live streaming options for sports venues in North America, free of charge. The collaboration includes the use of Pixellot’s AI-automated sports cameras and SportsEngine Play, a subscription streaming service for capturing and watching live and on-demand video of youth and amateur sporting events. This integrated setup provides sports venues with a simple solution for seamless streaming and high-quality production, ensuring professional coverage of games.
SportsEngine Play offers live and on-demand streaming services for youth and amateur sporting events across various devices. It includes video editing tools, enabling teams to capture memorable moments and athletes to create personalized highlight reels for sharing.
Pixellot’s AI cameras provide automated live coverage of every game, capturing multiple angles of the court, field, or ice with precision. The video seamlessly integrates with SportsEngine Play.
Brett MacKinnon, SVP & General Manager of Youth & Recreational Sports at NBC Sports Next, expressed that expanding their partnership with Pixellot is a crucial step in enhancing the streaming experience for youth and amateur sports. The integration of Pixellot’s advanced camera technology with SportsEngine Play aims to set new standards in sports broadcasting, making it more accessible and affordable for venues to share events and generate additional revenue.
David Shapiro, President of North America at Pixellot, stated their delight in strengthening the partnership with SportsEngine, bringing innovative AI-automated video technology to a wider audience. The collaboration emphasizes their commitment to enhancing the sports streaming experience at all levels, making professional-quality live broadcasts accessible to amateur and youth sports venues at no cost.
LakePoint Sports, a youth sports destination, is already leveraging the offered products.
Mark M. O’Brien, President and CEO of LakePoint Sports, expressed immense excitement about the collaboration with SportsEngine and Pixellot, seeing it as a groundbreaking move in the realm of travel and youth sports. O’Brien highlighted that this partnership perfectly aligns with their commitment to delivering an excellent guest experience for young athletes, coaches, scouts, and family members, both on and off-campus. By harnessing Pixellot’s cutting-edge AI technology and the robust platform of SportsEngine Play, LakePoint Sports aims to establish a new standard in sports streaming. The goal is to ensure that every moment of action at their state-of-the-art venues is captured and shared with sports enthusiasts worldwide.